Building stalwart takes on new role

Cottesloe builder Dean Humphrey was recently appointed Regional Vice President of the Housing Industry Association Western Australia, taking over from Phill Theunissen, who moved into the role of President.

Mr Humphrey brings 20 years’ experience as a registered builder and at the helm of Cottesloe-based architecture and building company Humphrey Homes to the role.

Humphrey Homes specialises in the design and construction of luxury custom homes.

Mr Humphrey said it was an exciting time to take the position and he looked forward to working with the broader HIA team to achieve some positive progress.

“At Humphrey Homes I feel extremely fortunate to be very busy in an otherwise subdued market. The housing market in WA is a continued maze of change and evolution and I look forward to seeking opportunities to assist members,” he said.

“After running a small, independent building company for 20 years, one of my main priorities will be to assist other small building companies who don’t have the time or resources to stay abreast of important changes in the industry.

“HIA is the voice of Australia’s building industry and it is a privilege to work alongside Phill and the team to guide HIA policies in WA.”

Mr Humphrey’s appointment is for two years, in preparation for a future appointment to the President’s role.

Mr Humphrey’s involvement with HIA has seen him chair the HIA WA Technical Services Committee since 2014, as well as represent WA on the National Technical Services Committee and the HIA Regional Executive Committee.

Mr Humphrey lives in Cottesloe with his wife and three children.

HIA is the peak national industry association for the construction and development industry in Australia.